Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013
Chain Saw Safety Training (Springfield, MO) (Session 2 of 2)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where:
Blackman Water Treatment Plant
Springfield MO
Description:
This training is for City Utilities of Springfield employees and will address chain saw safety and maintenance.
Session topic:
This workshop will cover chain saw preparation, use and maintenance, protective gear, and tree pruning tips.
E-Commerce & Internet Marketing (Session 2 of 3)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where:
Missouri State's Robert W. Plaster Center for Free Enterprise and Business Development
450 N Jefferson Ave, Springfield MO
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It's been said that the Internet levels the playing field for large and small businesses. You don't have to spend tons of money on a web site to gain on-line customers, but you do need a plan. If you want to know how successful web marketers design web sites and communicate with their customers, this "best practices" presentation is for you. Did you jump onto the web bandwagon without first defining what your organization wants to accomplish? This seminar will introduce the powerful and effective tips, tools, and techniques for planning and executing an effective Internet presence. You will learn how to develop objectives, strategies, tactics, and measurable results for marketing your business on the worldwide web. Plus, discover how to avoid the most common mistakes companies make in the transition to e-commerce.
Topics include:
-Creating an effective web strategy
-Identify critical content & avoid costly mistakes
-Effective page layout & design
-How to make your site interactive
-Understanding search engines
-How and when to use special effects
-Tips to drive more traffic to your site
-Do's & Don'ts of E-Mail Marketing
-Making e-commerce safe & easy for your customers
Session topic:
The Internet levels the playing field for all types of businesses. You don't have to spend tons of money on a web site to gain on-line customers, but you do need a plan. If you want to know how successful web marketers design web sites, don't miss this!
Registration:
Visit www.missouristate.edu/stbdc or call 417-837-2617 more...
Cost:
$119.00
$119.00 per person;$495.00 for series of 5
Selling to the Government: The First Steps
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 9 a.m. to noon
Where:
St. Louis County Extension Office
10650 Gateway Blvd Creve Couer, Saint Louis MO
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The federal government awards over $400 billion dollars in contracts annually to small business owners. Are you ready to market yourself to the world’s largest customer? This 3-hour seminar offers an overview of the critical first steps to becoming a government contractor, how to identify opportunities, and understand the contracting process. The seminar will also cover MO PTAC services available to assist Missouri businesses in all aspects of government contracting.
Session topic:
The federal government awards over $400 billion dollars in contracts annually to small business owners. Are you ready to market yourself to the world’s largest customer? This 3-hour seminar offers an overview of the critical first steps.
Registration:
St. Louis County Extension Office
Simple Steps to Starting Your Business
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 9 a.m. to noon
Where:
St. Joseph Metro Chamber
3003 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph MO
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If you're a baby boomer who'd like to learn how to use your skills to run your own business, then this is the workshop for you!
Session topic:
If you're a baby boomer who'd like to learn how to use your skills to run your own business, then this is the workshop for you!
Registration:
Barbara Caldwell at 816-426-4902 or Barbara.Caldwell@sba.gov
Registration
deadline:
12/4/2013
Facilitator:
Rebecca Lobina, evansre@mail.missouri.edu
Northwest Missouri State University SBTDC at St. Joseph
phone: 816/232-4461
Health Insurance Education Initiative (Belton)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where:
St. Sabinas Church
Belton MO
Description:
Health insurance education programs provide individuals and families with the resources and skills needed to make informed health insurance decisions.
Facilitator:
Susan Mills-Gray, Mills-GrayS@missouri.edu
Nutrition and Exercise Physiology, MU Extension
phone: 816/506-3338
Arthritis Exercise Classes (Session 2 of 6)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where:
The Reynolds County Extension Educational Building
2310 Green Street, Centerville MO
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The Reynolds County Extension Council and the Arthritis Foundation will be hosting a series of Arthritis Exercise Classes for the Month of December.
Session topic:
Program is a community based, recreational group exercise and education program designed specifically for people with arthritis and related diseases.
Registration:
Registration will be gin at 9:30am December 2nd.
Health Insurance Education-FCE meeting
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
lower level, Cape Girardeau County Extension Center
684 W. Jackson Trail, Jackson MO
map...Description:
Presentation at the FCE Quarterly Council meeting, understand changes to Medicare with the Affordable Care Act
Session topic:
presentation at the FCE Quarterly Council meeting
Registration:
Call 573-243-3581
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (Session 4 of 10)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where:
Forsyth Presbyterian Church
Forsyth MO
Description:
In older adults, poor diet and lack of physical activity contribute to declining muscle mass and thinning of the bones. Without adequate muscle mass and bone strength, older adults are more prone to falls and are more likely to develop osteoporosis, which currently affects about 55 percent of people over age 50. In this group, falls are more likely to result in broken bones.
Session topic:
Session 4-exercise
Registration:
Call the Taney County University of Missouri Extension Office
Registration
deadline:
11/6/2013
Ag Lender 2013 - Chillicothe
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where:
BTC Bank basement
400 west old Hwy 36, chillicothe MO
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Discussion of Ag market outlooks and policy
Cash rents vs. land prices
Discussion of Pasture / hayland insurance
Registration:
Contact the Livingston County Extension office to register
660-646-0811
hansenk@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
11/29/2013
Cost:
$40.00
5 dollar late fee applied
Facilitator:
Kevin Hansen, HansenK@missouri.edu
Fiscal Administrative Management, MU Extension
phone: 660/646-1335
Estate Planning -- Who Gets Grandma's Yellow Pie Plate
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10 a.m. to noon
Where:
Callaway County Extension Center
5803 County Road 302, Fulton MO
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This class helps people understand how property is titled and gives guidelines for dispersal of non-titled property. For example, who gets the special candy dish that Grandmas always had on her table during the holidays when she is gone? Or, who gets Uncle Joe's special deer hunting rifle? Some property has a title or deed so there are special ways to transfer those items, but other items have no legal document attached so someone has to make a decision.
Session topic:
This class helps people understand how property is titled and gives guidelines for dispersal of non-titled property.
Registration:
Call the Callaway County Extension office at 573-642-0755 by November 29 to register.
Registration
deadline:
11/29/2013
MU Extension/KOLR10 Television Interview "From the Ground Up" (Session 21 of 49)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description:
This live television program is intended to educate viewers on a wide range of topics related to gardening in the Ozarks. The KOLR10 meteorologist and others from KOLR10 television, Springfield, conduct the interview, which includes MU Extension horticulture specialists and others with gardening expertise. The program airs on Thursdays on the KOLR10 Midday Newscast, at 11:15am.
Session topic:
Poinsettias
Tai Chi for Arthritis-Kingswood (Session 15 of 17)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 11 a.m. to noon
Where:
Kingswood Senior Living
10000 Warnall, Kansas City MO
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Tai Chi for Arthritis is an easy and effective exercise class, integrating the mind and body, that improves flexibility, muscle strength and balance. The class is based on the Tai Chi for Arthritis program supported by the Arthritis Foundation of America.
Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
4747 Troost Bldg
4747 Troost Ave, Kansas City MO
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This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. The Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Center (MO PTAC) host a bi-monthly seminar on how to get started in the government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. The seminar will also cover MO PTAC services available to assist Missouri businesses in all aspects of government contracting.
The Missouri PTAC seminar is available to Missouri based businesses the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Instructor: Michelle Cunningham
Session topic:
This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. Contracting issues covered include federal, state and local government registrations and certifications.
Registration:
Please call Michelle Cunningham at 816 235 2891 ext. 2
Cost:
$50.00
Check or cash at the seminar
Facilitator:
Michelle Cunningham, cunninghammic@umkc.edu
University of Missouri-Kansas City SBTDC
phone: 816/235-2891
Strength and Balance Exercises for the Elderly (Session 15 of 17)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Kingswood Senior Living
10000 Wornall, Kansas City MO
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The Strength and Balance Exercises for the Elderly program is to help frail seniors learn to improve their mobility and balance and reduce risk of falls. The program focuses on breathing, strength, stretch, coordination, and balance.
Turfgrass Management Class (Session 1 of 6)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where:
Pennington Seed Conference Room; Greenfield, MO
Greenfield MO
Description:
Thursdays and Fridays; December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20; 1:30-3:00pm Pennington Seed Conference Room; Greenfield, MO
This class will cover an introduction to grasses suitable for SW MO, turf management (including- establishment, mowing, aeration, dethatching), turf diseases, turf insects and rodents, weed management, fertilization of lawns and soil and site preparation for establishment of turf grasses.
Session topic:
Introduction to turf grasses for SW Missouri (types of turf, warm vs cool season, shade vs sun) Patrick Byers, Greene Co. Horticulture Specialist
Registration:
To register, contact Dade County MU Extension- 417-637-2112; registration fee will be due first day of class
Registration
deadline:
12/4/2013
Cost:
$50.00
$50/person; $80/couple (sharing materials)
Roughriders Collegiate 4-H Meeting (Session 13 of 13)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where:
Classroom, Smith Hall, Crowder College
601 Laclede, Smith Hall
Description:
Crowder College Collegiate 4-H Meeting. Open to all former and non-former 4-H members who are interested in community service, community betterment and leadership development that attend any campus of Crowder College.
Session topic:
General meeting of the Roughriders Collegiate 4-H Chapter.
Focus On Kids, Circuit Court 11 - St. Charles
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
St. Charles County Extension Center
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
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Focus on Kids, developed by the University of Missouri, is a court-approved educational program for parents with minor children, who are seeking divorce, legal separation, motion to modify, annulment or paternity. The educational session will increase awareness of the effects marriage dissolution and/or custody has on children.
Session topic:
Focus on Kids is for parents to better understand how divorce affects children, and how their actions during and after the divorce can have long-term affects on the children involved.
Registration:
Call 636-970-3000 to register or for more information. VISA, Master Card or Discover accepted. Not open to the public - court ordered, call 636-970-3000 for more information. more...
Cost:
$45.00
One week is required prior to the date of the session you have registered to attend.
Focus on Kids
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Scenic Regional Library in Union.
308 Hawthorne Dr, Union MO
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More than half of all marriages end in divorce, and the majority of these involve children. Conflict between parents, both before and after a divorce, is associated with many negative outcomes in children. The purpose of this workshop is to help parents learn how to nurture and support their children during and after their divorce.
Focus on Kids is provided as the court ordered parenting classes for divorcing parents with minor age children, divorced parents who are filing a motion to modify, or never marrieds who are parents of a minor age child. more...
Session topic:
2 1/2 hour interactive workshop to help parents understand how to make divorce more successful for their children.
Registration:
To register contact Franklin County University of Missouri Extension Office, 636-583-5141, 116 West Main, Union, MO 63084.
Pre-registration and pre-payment required at least 24 hours before class.
$40 per person payable by cash, check or money order made payable to: Franklin County Extension Council.
Registration
deadline:
12/4/2013
Cost:
$40.00
Fee may be waived by Family Court Judge
Focus on Kids - Lafayette County (Session 6 of 12)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Lafayette County Extension Center
14 East 19th Street, Higginsville MO
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State-mandated program for area divorcing and never-married parents who have a court case. Co-parenting class to help parents learn to be civil and business-like for the sake of their children.
Session topic:
Co-parenting class for divorcing and never married parents.
Registration:
Call Lafayette county Extension Center at 660-584-3658 to register. Must pre-register one week in advance.
Building the Ultimate Business Plan (Session 35 of 44)
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, 6 p.m. to Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 9 p.m.
Where:
Missouri State University's Robert W. Plaster Center for Free Enterprise & Business Development.
405 N Jefferson Ave, Springfield MO
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Preparation is key to the success of any business venture. Whether you are starting a new business, growing an established business, or launching a new product or service, a solid business plan will prevent unexpected problems and help pave the way for a successful business venture. Learn how to utilize the “Ultimate Business Planner” software and companion workbook to aid you in the process of developing a solid business plan. This seminar provides an overview of the step-by-step approach to writing your plan and forecasting your financials. With the help of this course instruction and software, simplify the process of putting together your formal business plan with expert advice, tips and hints based on proven business practices.
• Defining the concept
• Understand how to research the feasibility
• Learn how to assess the industry, market and competition
• Focus on assembling a marketing plan/niche
• How to develop basic financial projections from marketing analysis
• Necessary components of the formal plan
• Learn successful writing techniques that appeal to lenders/investors
more...
Session topic:
Using examples and worksheets, we will show you how to translate your ideas into a written plan. The seminars are on two consecutive nights lasting a total of 6 hours.
Registration:
Visit www.sbtdc.missouristate.edu or call 417-837-2617 more...
Cost:
$139.00
$139.00 and $99.00 for a second person from the same business
Fast Trac Growth Venture - St Francois (Session 10 of 10)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Mineral Area College
5270 Flat River Road , Park Hills MO
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This 10 week series is aimed for small business who are ready to grow and want to learn how to avoid the typical growth mistakes and maintain profitability.
Session topic:
This 10 week series is aimed for small business who are ready to grow and want to learn how to avoid the typical growth mistakes and maintain profitability.
Registration:
Call 573-243-3581
Registration
deadline:
9/17/2013
Cost:
$0.00
This is a no charge class due to a grant from the Delta Regional Authority.
Lincoln County Master Gardener Level 1 Training Program (Session 12 of 14)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Lincoln County Extension Center
880 West College, Troy MO
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The Lincoln County Master Gardener Level 1 Training Program will be conducted August 22 through December 12, 2013 with 13 class sessions. Master Gardener candidates receive 30 or more hours of horticulture training on a wide variety of topics taught by University of Missouri Extension Specialists and other qualified Master Gardeners.
Session topic:
Managing Lawn and Turf
Extension Council Meeting (Session 6 of 12)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
University of Missouri Extension Center
260 Brown Rd, Saint Peters MO
map...Session topic:
General monthly meeting of the St. Charles County Extension Council
4-H County Council Meetings (Session 5 of 12)
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Clinton County Youth Building
251 East Highway 116, Plattsburg MO
map...Description:
County 4-H Councils
Session topic:
Clinton County 4-H Council Meeting, Representatives from clubs and leaders making decisions guiding the county 4-H programs
Volunteer Orientation
When: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
Union Memorial Auditorum
500 E Locust, Union MO
map...Description:
Volunteer Orientation
Session topic:
Volunteer Orientation
Registration
deadline:
12/5/2013